Hello there. A special hello today to Gwen's Dad along with Carl's. Happy Veteran's Day to you both and thank you for all you do/did to keep this country safe and free! If I missed anyone, then to you too!!!
We spent a large chunk of the morning learning about this holiday. We defined what a veteran is in Fly Time. Some of the things the kids came up with were: brave, courageous, male or female, all ages, dads, moms, grandparents, uncles, aunts, neighbors, warriors, and many more. When I asked them to close their eyes and picture a veteran, many were able to do so clearly. How do I know…when later with our 2nd grade buddies, I had the kiddos draw that very image and they did great! I can feel the pride in their pictures! They will be displayed on a wall outside of the library for you to see soon. Awesome!
We also talked about the importance of the Poppy flower on this holiday. We watched a short youtube on the history of it and how it helps to bring in money to help Veteran's around the world. Students made and added one to their Veteran picture. We also watched a youtube on Flander's Field and the poem about it. I also heard that England planted a HUGE field for today as well and that it looks amazing. Google it…wow!
We were lucky enough to be able to put an actual veteran in the hot seat today. Joe, our math tutor, served for the US Army in the 60s. He joined right after college. He later left the Army to become a teacher. It was his job to alert his team where the target was. Cool! The kids asked him many questions. Thanks Joe!
This afternoon, the kids had a wonderful sub. I am sure that they did just great. We realized together that this is their first time having a sub. Wowzers! One of the things I left for them to get done was to study their states and capitals. They practiced matching the two and finding the location of each 11 states. They finished off by doing jigsaw puzzles. Friday is the day!
Homework tonight is a reading on Veteran's Day. They need to answer the questions on the back after reading it. We didn't really talk about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. There are many you tubes about it. If you watch one with your kiddos, write TOMB in the planner for $50. I am sure you will have a great discussion! No homework passes were allowed on this one. Way too important to pass this one up! :0)
Tuesday folders come home today. There are some notices about upcoming PTA events, such as Donuts with Dads THIS Friday and Barnes and Noble night coming up soon. Mark those calendars. Please sign and return folders tomorrow.
Well, I am off to the doctor's office. Have a wonderful evening.
Mrs. Grewell
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